Lee_James_(weightlifter)

Lee James (weightlifter)

Lee James (weightlifter)

American weightlifter (1953–2023)

Lee Roy James (October 31, 1953 – February 11, 2023) was an American Olympic weightlifter.[1]

On February 18, 2023, it was announced that James had died at the age of 69.[2]

Weightlifting achievements

  • Silver Medalist Olympic Games (1976)
  • Silver Medalist Senior World Championships (1976)
  • Senior American record holder in snatch (1972-1992)
  • Senior National Champion (1976 and 1978)

References

  1. [1]
    Olympic results
  2. [2]
    Oliver, Brian (18 February 2023). "American Olympic weightlifting medallist Lee James dies aged 69". Inside the Games. Retrieved 18 February 2023.


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